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Erin Patterson set to appeal, as families could claim compo

Erin Patterson is set to appeal her convictions after being returned to prison, and a legal expert says the families involved could potentially claim compensation against the wealt...

Cookbook author reveals recipe anguish after Erin’s mushroom murders

The author of the cookbook from which triple murderer Erin Patterson drew inspiration for her deadly beef wellingtons has pleaded for people to stop contacting her, saying somethin...

15 most bizarre moments in the mushroom murder trial

From sleepy jurors to court crashers, we’ve rounded up the 15 strangest moments in the trial of Erin Patterson — including one bombshell admission that was never heard by the jury.

Vic’s ‘sincere’ new top cop prefers policing to public relations stunts

When a Melbourne Synagogue was set alight it was thought the state’s new top cop might front the media — instead Mike Bush went to the house of worship in plain clothes, going unno...

AFL investigating aggressive and heinous Voss threat

A serious and aggressive threat towards under pressure Carlton coach Michael Voss is being investigated by the AFL’s integrity unit.

‘Can’t guarantee safety’: Childcare centres exploiting staffing loophole

Childcare staff have sounded the alarm on the regulation loophole leaving children at risk and pushing workers to breaking point.

‘Motivated by greed’: ATO staff caught in $2b GST fraud

Four ATO staffers have now been convicted of fraud in a GST scam that has cost $2 billion — and the ATO is demanding employee Baby See Zearwie also spend time behind bars.

Albanese urged to tackle ‘difficult’ topics during China visit

Security experts say Anthony Albanese should embrace tough topics and other disgareements with Beijing during his upcoming visit to China.

Protester stood down from job after Miznon bird flipping stunt

A prominent anti-Israel activist has been stood down from her St Vincent’s Hospital job after being caught flipping off terrified staff and patrons amid a violent ambush at Melbour...

Cars forced to swerve as four people sprint along West Gate

Motorists on Melbourne’s West Gate Bridge were left stunned on Tuesday night as four people ran along the major freeway, causing cars to have to swerve to avoid them.

Panahi: League only has itself to blame for dire state of AFLW

The highly political AFLW is a massive drain on the league with low attendance levels, a shrinking TV audience and massive losses but as is often the case with the AFL it’s a probl...

Trade wrap: Where 15 off-contract veterans stand, McKay’s call

There’s a number of club favourites pushing their case for a new deal — but will they get their wish? Plus the Pies’ draft bounty, the latest on Harry McKay, Lloyd Meek and more in...

WATCH: Surprise Aussie act that brought The Castle cast closer

The stars of The Castle reflect on how life has changed 28 years since they made the iconic film, and how one unusual act brought two of them closer. SEE THE VIDEO

‘More risks’: Veteran lifts lid on ADF binge drinking culture

Ameer Anderson’s struggles with alcohol reflects a broader problem in the ADF where drinking is both a bonding ritual and a dangerous crutch for coping with stress. Watch the video...

‘Soul crushing’: Why RBA made shock call to hold interest rates

The Reserve Bank Governor has revealed why it made the ‘soul-crushing’ decision to keep interest rates on hold despite a cut being widely tipped and an economy ‘on life support’.

Aussie duo through to Wimbledon semis as Cruz Hewitt crashes out

Two Australians have made it through to the doubles semi-finals at Wimbledon, while Cruz Hewitt’s campaign in the junior tournament came to a thudding end..

‘Thank you for loving her’: Tributes flow for Gogglebox grandma

Gogglebox grandma Emmie Silbery — “the oldest Logie award winner in history” — has died, with tributes flowing for the beloved reality TV star.

Scandals, shameful losses, coach crisis: Carlton’s 365 days from hell

A year ago, the Blues were putting GWS to the sword and looking every bit a flag fancy. Then it all quickly changed. Ed Bourke charts the year from hell that has unfolded for Carlt...

Mum haunted by alleged childcare monster’s private babysitting offer

Accused pedophile Joshua Brown offered to privately babysit a three-year-old girl who attended Creative Garden childcare, a mother haunted by the memory has revealed.

Kennett: More time, new leader needed for crucial childcare inquiry

After giving the Yoorrook Indigenous truth-telling and justice inquiry four years to complete its work, the Allan government must ensure the same attention to detail is given to it...

‘We’ve won’: Opposition claim victory in shock union election result

The battle for the top job of Victoria’s powerful public sector union has taken a shock turn, with leaked emails appearing to show that the opposition have clinched an unlikely vic...

Pre-made cocktail brand liquidated amid Melb hospitality group turmoil

The collapse of the premium bottled cocktail company marks another blow to the hospitality group behind now-closed Melbourne institutions The Everleigh and Bar Margaux.

Baby in pram pushed over on Ringwood train

A Kilsyth woman has hurled abuse at a mum and her two young kids on a Ringwood train, before pushing over their pram with a one-year-old baby inside.

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